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Alexa F.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...

Carrie L. says "We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our...

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Charlene A.

Certified Special Education Teacher

Massapequa, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have taught preschool special education for 13 years. I left to have a child of my own and now she is ready for preschool.
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Sal Luis S.

About Myself

Massapequa, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Sal. I'm a certified Nurse Aide with 15+ years experience. I have experience with all types of conditions with the physically/ mental disabled and elderly population. Especially dementia/Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's. I believe reliability and knowledge is very important in this field. I can cook, clean, use...
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Susan S.

Mom/special Needs Aide/ Looking For A Part Time Job

Massapequa, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mom and special needs aide. I have previous experience caring for infants and toddlers, also school age children.
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Stacey L.

Massapequa, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a certified elementary school teacher with a graduate degree and over 20 years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I am patient, dependable, nurturing, and passionate about helping children learn and grow. As a mother of three, I understand the importance of creating a safe, caring, and engaging...
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Jenny C.

Massapequa, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
Personal Care. Testament/Special Needs Nutrition Parent Support Activities
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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...

Amy W. says "Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"

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Laura E.

North Babylon, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...

Sally W. says "Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"

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Tatyana B.

I Love Kids

Baldwin, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi Families! My name is Tatyana, and I'm a loving, dependable nanny with 15+ years of childcare experience. I've cared for children since I was 14, including infants, toddlers, school-aged children, multiple children, and children with special needs. I'm CPR, AED, and First Aid certified and take pride in providing a safe,...

Dailenyyy S. says "Hired her for temporary employment to care for my child & cater to her. She was very punctual , organized & had very good communication skills."

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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Nanny for over 16 years with experience with infants to teens. The past 5 years I have also worked with a high functioning Austic boy who was 13 when I started. I got him from bus after school and kept him busy till aid arrived.. we did puzzles.. games.. talked about his day.
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Christine C.

Deer Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...

Ramya S. says "Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She...

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Alexis T.

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
Worked 20 hours a week with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder on daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Collaborated with parents and other caregiver to organize implementation of word games, reading and school-like activities in each daily session...
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Crystal L.

Babysitter

Farmingdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$49/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education. I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...

Care Member says "As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of...

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Nuvia U.

Love And Compassion

Bethpage, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am honest and reliable, taking care of my husband taught me how to treat people with special needs
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Dana A.

Wantagh, NY

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hi My name is Dana, I am 22 years old. I have 9+ years or experience watching infants, toddlers and special needs children. I absolutely love children! I'm CPR and first aid certified which is a plus!
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Alexa N.

Garden City, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years of experience babysitting and I love being around children! I am a fourth year medical student who is graduating with my MD in May 2027. I am BLS certified, which includes CPR certification. I have also worked with and cared for special needs children for many years at a year round camp called Camp Anchor.
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Seleyna C.

Amityville, NY

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$26/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, respectful and responsible. I like working with kids because they have so much energy, their curiosity to life makes teaching so fun. Watching them grow is such a bittersweet feeling. I'm looking for a job that allows me to show a positive impact on the children that I work with. One...
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Nallely D.

Copiague, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Nallely and I am a patient, reliable, and compassionate caregiver with over 7 years of experience working with children. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, and caregiver for children with special needs. I currently work as a paraprofessional with the New York City Department of Education in Queens, where I...
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Emily V.

Babylon, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I have three years of experience caring for children ranging in ages from 7-15, some with special needs. I also have many family members with young children who I have watched many times. I am currently finishing my masters degree to...
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Samantha G.

Hicksville, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Samantha and I am 26 years old. have 12 years of childcare experience. I can help with almost anything you need, I have not turned down a task yet! When I am not babysitting or helping a mommy, I am in dental hygiene school. I have also been a pediatric dental assistant for almost 4 years in an office that is run...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Massapequa, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Massapequa, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alexa F.

We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired...

- Carrie L.

Caroline K.

Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend...

- Amy W.

Laura E.

Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is...

- Sally W.

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